Simalfa, a water–based adhesive manufacturer based in Hawthorne, N.J., has unveiled its newest technology, Simalfa 335 OF (overspray–free).
OF is a water–based adhesive that creates a weblike spray pattern and prevents adhesive particles from becoming airborne and creating a “cloud.” The result is more adhesive on the substrate and less waste in the workplace, according to the company. OF was designed specifically for the mattress industry where adhesive is often applied in large, wide–open production spaces and where a clean work environment is imperative.
“Traditional water–based adhesives will mist, similar to a spray paint, forcing you to rely heavily on spray gun and system settings, along with operator technique, to control overspray,” said Darren Gilmore, Simalfa president and chief executive officer. “We wanted to deal with overspray at a chemistry level and take those variables out of the equation.”
OF has the same instant–bond characteristics of Simalfa’s other products, but dries up to 30% faster, according to the company. It doesn’t require special equipment and can be used with Simalfa’s patented gravity feed system, as well as its floor–based pressurized systems. It also works with spray guns that are used for other Simalfa formulations.
